November 07, 2004
Getting a Date
Originally posted July 30, 2004 in my other online journal (excerpts):
I Have a Date
... The nurse called today to set up my surgery date: Monday, August 9th at 9am, 10 days hence.I begin the pre-op diet tomorrow (Friday) morning. Tonight, we feasted at Shogun's. Yum.
So The Bad News Is...
I will have to have my surgery at Norman Regional instead of the surgical center. Dr. Keith is concerned with the fact that I have both severe sleep apnea and somewhat high blood pressure (145/90). Apparently, those two things together are a risk. So, the hospital it is. I'm unhappy about the cost, but I'm extremely happy it's happening.
Honestly, I'm sure it's better to be safe. I'm just a little frustrated about the lack of communication. I'll get over it.
Here We Go
Okay, it's DAY 1. The pre-op diet is underway ...
Here's the official breakdown:
Age: 35
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 398lbs. (down from 410 at my heaviest)
Chest: 62"
Waist: 62" (hmmm, same as chest, well THAT's embarrassing)
Hips: 67"
Thigh: 34"
Calf: 24"
Arms: 24"
Here are my "BEFORE" pictures for your amusement!
http://hometown.aol.com/eljaesteph/myhomepage/personal.html
And so it begins ...
Posted by Lj Stephens on November 7, 2004 07:18 AM